161132 Catering Manager

• Banquet Manager

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Manages event schedules and food preparation timelines to ensure the smooth operation of a catering business
• Manages budgets and financial aspects of a catering business and promotes catering services to attract new clients
• Liaises with clients to determine specific food requirements and preferences
• Oversees the preparation of food and beverages, and purchases supplies for catering events according to dietary requirements
• Arranges for the timely delivery of catering services to a function or event, including setting up equipment to serve food and preserve its temperature
• Manages and supervises staff, including hiring, training, and performance evaluation, and ensures compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations
• Maintains records of events, expenses, and client information, and finalises transactions between customers and the business